discreet

[US]/dɪˈskriːt/
[UK]/dɪˈskriːt/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj. careful; cautious.

Example Sentences

at a discreet distance

she gave a discreet cough.

discreet camerawork and underplayed acting.

we made some discreet inquiries.

a vibrating alert is a discreet alternative to ringtones.

she wore a grey frock, discreet and asexual.

He is very discreet in giving his opinions.

It wasn't discreet of you to ring me up at the office.

a discreet brass plate announced William Marsden, RA.

We have discovered that the young man is a discreet and economical fellow.

I should make a few discreet enquiries about the firm before you sign anything.

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